Plato once said, “It is easy to forgive a small child afraid of the dark, but not a full-grown man afraid of the light.” Since long before Plato light has symbolized truth--facing the reality of our situation in relation to God, to others, and to self.Why are people afraid of the light?Some love evil and hate goodness. Some fear they are being deceived. Some know learning the truth will make great demands on their time, money, and energy. Some just hate change.Despite all these fears, people sti.